Presentation
Swelling in front of the patella with constant pain, especially in the sitting position.
Patient Data
Age: 80 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Calcific prepatellar bursitis
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There are multiple calcifications in front of the patella in the prepatellar bursa, correlating to calcific bursitis.
Case Discussion
The prepatellar bursitis (laundress's knee) is the consequence of an inflammation of the prepatellar bursa and is caused by a prolonged kneeling position on hard surfaces.
The inflammation, if chronic, leads to the formation of calcium deposits.
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